1974 Citroen GS vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 503 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (87 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
